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Test Code Strep A Streptococcus A Test (Rapid Strep)

Performing Laboratory

Helen Keller Hospital

Specimen Container:

Red Top Swab or Ployester Swab

Specimen Requirements

Specimen must arrive within 24 hours of
collection.

 

1. Use a tongue depressor to depress tongue.
2. Sample posterior pharynx, tonsils, and inflamed areas with
swab. Avoid touching cheek, tongue, uvula, and lips.

3. Label transport tube with patient’s information,
date and actual time of collection, and type of specimen.
4. Forward specimen promptly.
 

 

Specimen Stability Information

8 hours room temperature

Reference Intervals:

Negative

Day(s) Testing is Performed

Monday through Sunday